You must pay your fare using another payment method. In this case, ask the driver for a transfer (your proof of payment in case an inspector asks to see it). If you think the red light could be due to a technical problem, please go to one of ourservice points.

If you are paying as you go with your PRESTO card (e-wallet), it is not possible to start your trip on an STO bus. However, you can use the PRESTO to transfer to an STO bus from an OC Transpo bus during the validity period of the transfer. An STO inspector can ask you to validate your card on a portable reader at any time.

OC Transpo fare payments not accepted by the STO

OC Transpo bus ticket

Sharing a Presto card (multiple users boarding at the same time)

OC Transpo Family DayPass

OC Transpo visitor card

CNIB card and Ontario Cuide Dog Access card for people with a visual impairment. These riders must pay the applicable STO fare.

STO – OC Transpo Rider smart card

Ontario riders who wish to use a pass accepted on the STO system must get this smart card. The card allows holders to travel on our system occasionally when they are boarding an STO bus before 9 a.m. at any locations other than:

Improper use of OC Transpo passes on the STO system

To avoid fraudulent and improper use of OC Transpo passes accepted on the STO system, proof of residency in Ontario in the OC Transpo service area may be requested at any time. Improper use of these transit passes can result in payment of the applicable STO fare being required.